We hope good will triumph and truth will prevail, but we know that in the end it's all a big crapshoot. Events of titanic import are often determined by superficial trivia: Michael Dukakis's candidacy crumbled after he donned an army helmet; John Kerry's bid was derailed by surf trunks and a rash guard. So let's take a superficial look at the style of the Republican candidates with an eye to how the battle for the White House may ultimately be decided.*

The field is in flux. Surely not all these names will appear on your ballot.